Students must start practicing the questions from CBSE Sample Papers for Class 10 English Communicative with Solutions Set 2 are designed as per the revised syllabus.
CBSE Sample Papers for Class 10 English Communicative Set 2 with Solutions
Time : 3 hrs
Max. Marks: 80
General Instructions:
- 15-minute prior reading time allotted for Q-paper reading.
- The Question Paper contains Four sections-Reading Skills, Writing Skills, Grammar and Literature Textbook.
- Attempt questions based on specific instructions for each part.
Section – A
Reading Skills [22 Marks]
Question 1.
Read the following passage. (12 m)
1. Smoking is a major cause of mortality with bronchogenic carcinoma of the lungs and is one of the factors causing death due to malignancies of larynx, oral cavity, oesophagus, bladder, kidney, pancreas, stomach and uterine cervix and also coronary heart diseases.
2. Nicotine is the major substance present in smoke that causes physical dependence. The additives do produce damage to the body, e.g. ammonia can result in a 100-fold increase in the ability of nicotine to enter into smoke.
3. Levulinic acid, added to cigarettes to mask the harsh taste of the nicotine, can increase the binding of nicotine to brain receptors, which increases the ‘kick’ of nicotine.
4. The lungs of smokers collect an annual deposit of 1-1 ‘/2 pounds of the gooey black material. Invisible gas phase of cigarette smoke contains nitrogen, oxygen and toxic gases like carbon-monoxide, formal dehyde, acrolein, hydrogen cyanide and nitrogen oxides. These gases arc poisonous and in many cases, interfere with the body’s ability to transport oxygen.
5. Like many carcinogenic compounds, they can act as tumour promoters or initiators by acting directly on the genetic makeup of cells of the body leading to development of cancer.
6. During smoking. within the first 8-10 seconds, nicotine is absorbed through the lungs and quickly ‘moved’ into the bloodstream and circulated throughout the brain. Nicotine also enters the bloodstream through the mucous membranes that line the mouth (if tobacco is chewed) or nose (if snuff is used) and even through the skin.
7. The nicotine molecule is shaped like a neurotransmitter called acetylcholine which is involved in many functions including muscle movement, breathing, heart-rate, learning and memory. Nicotine, because of its structure being similar to acetylcholine, when it gets into the brain, attaches itself to acetylcholine sites and produces a toxic effect.
8. Recent research studies suggest that acute nicotine administration would result in increased dopamine release from the brain, producing perceptions of pleasure and happiness, increased energy and motivation, increased alertness and increased feeling of vigour during the early phase of smoking.
9. However, notwithstanding these superficial effects, research shows that the relationship between smoking and memory loss is the strongest in people who smoke more than 20 cigarettes each day and this is not specific to socio-economic status or gender.
Answer the following questions, based on the passage above.
(i) In cigarette smoking, what is the effect of ammonia? (1)
(a) It masks the harsh taste of nicotine.
(b) It increases the ability of nicotine to enter smoke.
(c) Helps in attaching nicotine molecules to acetylcholine.
(d) Helps in increasing the production of dopamine.
Answer:
(b) It increases the ability of nicotine to enter smoke.
(ii) What have researchers found about the effect of smoking on memory? Answer in 30 – 40 words. (2)
Answer:
The researchers have found out that people, irrespective of their socio-economic status or gender, who smoke more than 20 cigarettes in a day suffer from more incidences of memory loss.
(iii) Select the most suitable title for the above passage. (1)
(a) Smoking: The Silent Killer
(b) How Does Nicotine Impact the Human Body?
(c) The Killer Smoking and Nicotine
(d) Memory v/s Smoking
Answer:
(a) Smoking: The Silent Killer
(iv) List any two negative impacts of smoking on the human body. Do not include Cancer. (1)
Answer:
Two negative impacts of smoking on a human body are
- hindrance in the transport of oxygen in the body
- memory loss
(v) Nicotine enters the brain to produce some of the most damaging effects on the body. Do you agree? Give reason for your answer in 30 – 40 words. (2)
Answer:
Yes, I agree, with the statement that Nicotine enters the brain to produce some of the most damaging effects on the body. The nicotine molecule is shaped like a neurotransmitter called acetylcholine which is involved in many functions including muscle movement, breathing, heart-rate, learning and memory. Nicotine, being similar to acetylcholine, gets into the brain, attaches itself to acetylcholine sites and produces toxic effects.
(vi) Which word from the passage conveys is the opposite of the word ‘thorough’? (1)
Answer:
Superficial
(vii) The invisible gas in smoking the following EXCEPT: (1)
(a) Carbon monoxide
(b) Formal dehyde
(c) Acrolein
(d) Helium
Answer:
(d) Helium
(viii) Complete the sentence given below. (1)
Nicotine, like many carcinogenic compounds ……………….
Answer:
acts as tumour promoters or initiators by acting directly on the genetic makeup of cells of the body leading to development of cancer.
(ix) Complete the sentence given below. (1)
……………….. is used to mask the harsh taste of the nicotine in cigarettes.
Answer:
Levulinic acid
(x) State whether the given assertion is True or False. (1)
Nicotine enters the bloodstream from the use of snuff through the eyes.
Answer:
False
Question 2.
Read the following table. (10 Marks)
| Name | Date of Birth | Invention/Discovery | Result of discovery | Books Published | Field of Study |
| C.V Raman | November 7, 1888 |
Raman Effect | Explanation of scattering of light by molecules |
Molecular Diffraction of Light” |
Physics |
| Jagadish Chandra Bose | November 30, 1858 |
Crescograph | Helped in study of plant growth through precise measurement |
“Response in the Living and NonLiving” |
Physics/ Biology |
| HomiJ. Bhabha |
October 30, 1909 | Bhabha Scattering |
Used as a luminosity monitor in several e+e- collider physics experiments. |
“Theoretical Physics” |
Theoretical Physics |
| Venkatraman Ramakrishnan |
April 6,
1952 |
Ribosome Structure |
Helped to determine structure of ribosomes, (a critical component of the cell responsible for protein synthesis.) |
“Gene Machine: The Race to Decode the Secrets of the Ribosome” |
Structural
Biology |
| Satyendra Nath Bose |
January 1, 1894 | Bose-Einstein Statistics |
Describes one of two possible ways in which a collection of non- interacting particles may occupy a set of available discrete energy states at thermodynamic equilibrium. |
“The Theory of Radiation and the Quanta” |
Physics |
Answer the following questions, based on the table above.
(i) Describe the significant contribution of C.V Raman mentioned in the table. [2]
Answer:
C.V. Raman’s notable contribution mentioned in the table is the discovery of the Raman Effect, which explained the scattering of light by molecules, revealing valuable insights into molecular structures.
(ii) What was the field of study for Homi J. Bhabha according to the table? [1]
(A) Chemistry
(B) Theoretical Physics
(C) Biology
(D) Geology
Answer:
(B) Theoretical Physics
(iii) Explain the relationship between Jagadish Chandra Bose’s invention (Crescograph) and his field of study as mentioned in the table. [2]
Answer:
Jagadish Chandra Bose’s invention of the Crescograph, as per the table, was related to his interdisciplinary work in both physics and biology, enabling the study of plant growth through precise measurement.
(iv) C.V Raman : Raman Effect :: Jagadish Chandra Bose : …………. [1]
Answer:
Crescograph
(v) How did Venkatraman Ramakrishnan’s research as stated in the table contribute to the field of structural biology? [1]
Answer:
Venkatraman Ramakrishnan’s research, as stated in the table, contributed to the field of structural biology by helping determine the structure of ribosomes, a critical component of the cell responsible for protein synthesis.
(vi) According to the table Bhabha Scattering is used as ………….. [1]
Answer:
A luminosity monitor in several e+e− collider physics experiments.
(vii) Based on the table, why did Satyendra Nath Bose’s work have implications beyond physics? [1]
(A) His discoveries were closely related to chemistry.
(B) His work had applications in the medical field.
(C) His work laid the foundation for new statistical mechanics.
Answer:
(C) His work laid the foundation for new statistical mechanics.
(viii) Match the scientists with their notable contributions as mentioned in the passage: [1]
1. C.V. Raman A. Bhabha Scattering
2. Jagadish Chandra Bose B. Ribosome Structure
3. Homi J. Bhabha C. Raman Effect
4. Venkatraman Ramakrishnan D. Crescograph
5. Satyendra Nath Bose E. Bose-Einstein Statistics
Answer:
C.V. Raman – C. Raman Effect
Jagadish Chandra Bose – D. Crescograph
Homi J. Bhabha – A. Bhabha Scattering
Venkatraman Ramakrishnan – B. Ribosome Structure
Satyendra Nath Bose – E. Bose-Einstein Statistics
Section – B
Writing Skills [22 Marks]
Question 3.
Write an e-mail to the principal of your school requesting them for a change in the timing of the school bus. Invent necessary details and mention the reason. (3)
You may copy the given template to write your email.
| From : | |
| To : | |
| Cc : | |
| Date : | |
| Subject: | |
Answer:
From : [email protected]
To : [email protected]
Date : 10th April 20XX
Subject: Application for Change of Bus Timing
Respected Sir/Ma’am
Thiais to inform you that due to the installing of gas pipelines on the Jaha Street, the condition of the road is very pitiful. This is causing the students living in the nearby area, including me, to arrive late on the Main Road where the school bus arrives to pick us up.
Consequently, most of the students miss the bus, especially due to it being rush hour, no matter how early we leave from our homes. I have missed it 5 times in the past two weeks. I request you to change the timing of the bus from 7:20 a.m. to 7:40 a.m. for the span of the renovation of the road so that everyone can arrive on time.
I hope you will accept my request as soon as possible.
Yours obediently
Garima Sethi
Class X-C
Roll No. 18.
Question 4.
Write a factual description in not more than 100 words, of a famous athlete, their career, and their impact on their sport. [4]
Answer:
Usain Bolt, the Jamaican sprinter, is a famous athlete known for his incredible speed. He achieved global recognition with multiple Olympic gold medals, holding world records in the 100m and 200m sprints. Bolt’s charisma and unmatched performance elevated the popularity of track and field. His impact transcended the sport, inspiring countless athletes worldwide. Bolt’s remarkable career left an indelible mark, cementing his legacy as one of the greatest sprinters in history, and a symbol of excellence in the world of athletics.
Question 5.
A. India’s growing population has been accompanied by massive urbanisation. However, this rapid urbanization has been accompanied by an alarming rate of environmental degradation and a growing scarcity of natural resources. Write a letter to the editor of a national daily, drawing attention of the public towards the development that is taking place at the cost of ecology and causing widespread environmental destruction and violation. Take clues from MCB unit ‘Environment’. You are Riya Khurana. (7)
Answer:
C – 111, Phase I, Ashok Vihar
New Delhi
Date : 12th October, 20XX
The Editor
The Times of India
Delhi
Subject Development at the Cost of Ecology
Sir/Ma’am
Through the columns of your esteemed newspaper, I would like to draw.the attention of the general public towards the development that is taking place at the cost of ecology and is causing widespread ’ environmental destruction and violation. Our rivers are just as polluted with many stretches becoming dry in lean season. The garbage in cities is growing day-by-day. With an increase in plastic waste and e-waste, the scarcity of landfill poses another challenge. Water scarcity is also becoming a major concern due to the severe pollution in the water bodies.
Moreover, to cater to the needs of the increasing population, an increase in the urbanisation has led to deterioration of our resources and the environment, threatening the existence of all living beings. This deterioration has also taken a toll on the people’s health and productivity.
I hope the concerned authorities and the government adopt stringent and positive measures to maintain the ecology.
Thanking you
Yours sincerely
Riya Khurana
OR
B. You bought a Samsung fully automatic washing machine from KBM Electronics, Laxmi Nagar, Delhi. After a month only, it developed great noise and its spin button is also not working. Write a letter of complaint to the sales manager of KBM electronics. You are Medha/Manas, 226/B, Pandav Nagar, Delhi.
Answer:
226/B
Pandav Nagar
East Delhi
18th June, 20XX
The Sales Manager
KBM Electronics
Laxmi Nagar
Delhi – 110093
Subject Complaint regarding faulty washing machine
Sir/Ma’am
This is regarding the receipt No EZ 2158.1 bought a fully automatic Samsung Washing Machine from your showroom on 15th May, 2018.1 paid ? 21500/- in cash. It worked fine for a month but suddenly it has developed many problems.
It has started making too much noise while washing clothes. Moreover, its spin button is not functioning so I am unable to dry spin the clothes. Sometimes, it stops working and does not start even after many attempts.
As the machine is in under the warranty period, you are requested to get its defect rectified. If problem persists, replace the machine. Please do the needful at the earliest.
Thanking you
Yours sincerely
Medha
Question 6.
(a) Write an article in not more than 150 words on the colossal wastage of food in lavish Indian weddings. [8]
Cues
I. Indians spend life’s savings on weddings.
II. Wedding market in India is approximately? 150,000 crores per year.
III. India also hosts one of the biggest armies of starving people in the world.
IV. No wastage is more condemnable than the wastage of food.
V. Responsibility of the guests to limit the size of the servings according to their appetite.
VI. Take spoonfuls of each to taste and decide, instead of filling the plate with every dish.
OR
(b) Harbhajan/Yuvraj wrote an article for a local daily in 150 words about the need for rain water conversation.
Cues
I. Why is rainwater conservation becoming increasingly crucial in our local community and beyond?
II. How can rainwater harvesting help alleviate the growing water scarcity issues we face?
III. What are the environmental benefits of implementing rainwater conservation methods?
IV. Are there any notable success stories or initiatives related to rainwater harvesting in our area?
V. What role can individuals and local organizations play in promoting rainwater conservation?
Answer:
(a) Extravagant Indian Weddings: A Colossal Food Wastage Concern -By Srishti
In the grand tapestry of Indian culture, weddings are celebrated with unparalleled extravagance and opulence. Families often pour their life’s savings into these lavish affairs, aspiring to create unforgettable memories. While the spirit of celebration is certainly commendable, it is disheartening to witness the colossal wastage of food that accompanies these grand festivities.
The wedding industry in India is staggering, estimated at approximately ` 150,000 crores per year. Unfortunately, amidst the lavishness, there looms an uncomfortable truth: India is home to one of the largest populations of starving people in the world. In this context, no wastage is more condemnable than the wastage of food.
Guests must recognize their responsibility in curbing this excess. One simple step is to limit the size of servings according to their appetite. Instead of heaping plates with every available dish, taking a spoonful of each to taste and decide can significantly reduce food wastage. This small adjustment can go a long way in ensuring that the joy of a wedding celebration does not come at the cost of exacerbating food insecurity in the nation.
OR
(b) The Vital Necessity of Rainwater Conservation -By Yuvraj
Rainwater conservation is no longer a choice; it’s an urgent necessity. Our groundwater reserves are depleting at an alarming rate, and water scarcity looms as a daunting challenge. Rainwater conservation is a potent solution that we must embrace.
Conserving rainwater is eco-friendly and cost-effective. Methods like rain barrels and rooftop harvesting capture and store rainwater for various uses. This not only reduces the burden on municipal water supply but also benefits agriculture and helps reduce urban flooding.
Community involvement and awareness are key. Government policies and incentives can encourage rainwater harvesting adoption. By practicing rainwater conservation, we engage in sustainable water management for the future.
In conclusion, rainwater conservation is not just an option; it’s our responsibility. We must act now to secure our water resources for future generations. Let’s make rainwater conservation a way of life, ensuring water for all.
Section – C
Grammar Skills [10 Marks]
Question 7.
Complete tasks A – C, as directed.
A. Fill the blanks (i) – (iii) with the appropriate option from those given in brackets. (3)
When I (i) …………. (come/return/turned) back, I saw my friends laughing. I wondered what (ii) ………….. (could/can/is) be the reason. Then I (iii) …………. (stare/noticed/realised) that my shirt had a black stain on the sleeve.
Answer:
(i) turned
(ii) could
(iii) noticed
B. In the following paragraph, one word has been omitted in each line. Write the missing words in the lines of the given paragraph, along with the words that come before and after it in the space provided. The first one has been done as an example. (4)
Answer:
Before Missing After
(a) could have seen
(b) expanse of desert
(c) into a never
(d) really a revelation
C. Do as directed.
(i) Rearrange the following jumbled words/phrases in the given information to create meaningful sentences. (1)
born/life/led/John KeatsAvas/family/in/a/poor/and/humble/a
He was only a small boy when his- father died. His guardian provided him with training to be a surgeon. But he is fond of writing and composing poems.
Answer:
John Keats was born into a poor family and led a humble life.
(ii) Report the dialogues to complete the paragraph that follows.
Marie : Did you see my new umbrella? Isn’t it fine? (1 + 1)
Tony : Yes, it is! Did you buy it from the mall?
Marie : No, your father has brought it for me.
Marie asked her son Tony …………. (a) ………….. umbrella and she wanted to know whether it was a fine one. Tony agreed and asked his mother ………. (b) ………… the mall. His mother replied in the negative and added that his father had brought it for her.
Answer:
(a) if he had seen her new
(b) if she had bought it from
Section – D
Literature Textbook [26 Marks]
Question 8.
Read the given excerpts and answer the questions briefly, for ANY TWO excerpts, of the three, given.
(A) Answering a reporter’s question as to what the family was going to do next, Mr. Shultz said that they were off to stock up on some games. “It was while we were in the hospital, that someone stole the lot. I don’t know what happened to them.”
(i) Why was Shultz in the hospital? [1]
Answer:
Shultz was badly injured in a motorway accident and was in a coma.
(ii) What happened to the games after they were stolen? [1]
Answer:
They were sold at the Computer fair where Michael’s father bought them
(iii) What does the phrase, ‘stock up’ mean? [1]
Answer:
buy in large amounts / a mass for future use
(iv) Whom is Mr. Shultz talking to? [1]
Answer:
A reporter from a newspaper.
(B) “Nothing beside remains. Round the decay
Of that colossal wreck, boundless and bare
The lone and level sands stretch far away.”
(Ozymandias)
(i) What emotions does the imagery in the poem evoke? [1]
Answer:
The imagery in the poem evokes emotions of desolation, emptiness, and a sense of loss. The ‘colossal wreck’ and the ‘lone and level sands’ that stretch far away create a stark and barren landscape that suggests the passing of time and the transience of human achievements.
(ii) What is the significance of the “colossal wreck” in the poem? [1]
Answer:
The ‘colossal wreck’ in the poem represents the ruins of a once-great civilization or monument, now reduced to nothing but decay and rubble.
(iii) What literary device is used in the line “The lone and level sands stretch far away”? [1]
Answer:
The literary device used in the line ‘The lone and level sands stretch far away’ is alliteration, where the repetition of the initial consonant sound ‘l’ creates a pleasing effect.
(iv) How does the use of alliteration in the poem contribute to its overall effect? [1]
Answer:
The use of alliteration in the poem, such as in the line ‘The lone and level sands stretch far away,’ adds to its overall effect by creating a pleasing rhythmic quality that enhances its readability and memorability.
(C) Calpurnia: Do not go forth today: call it my fear
That keeps you in the house, and not your own.
Let me, upon my knee prevail in this.
(Julius Caesar)
(i) What is Calpurnia’s fear? [1]
Answer:
The Calpurnia feared that Caesar might be killed.
(ii) What is the cause of her fear? [1]
Answer:
The cause of her fear was her dreams and the supernatural omens and events.
(iii) What does the phrase, ‘go forth’ mean? [1]
Answer:
The phrase ‘go forth’ means ‘go out’ or ‘go to the Senate or go ahead’.
(iv) ‘Let me upon my knee…..’ means. [1]
Answer:
Let me make a request.
Question 9.
Answer Any Five of the following six questions in about 30 – 40 words each. (5 × 2 = 10)
(i) What qualities of Nicola and Jacopo made the narrator call them The two gentlemen? (2)
Answer:
The two brothers Nicola and Jacopo had the qualities of sincerity, the spirit of sacrifice and the willingness to work. Apart from it, their sense of responsibility, dependability and the dignity with which they conducted themselves made the narrator call them two gentlemen.
(ii) How has the poet eternalised the subject of his attention in the poem Not Marble Nor the Gilded Monuments? (2)
Answer:
The poet has eternalised the subject of his attention by mentioning his loved one in his sonnet. According to the poet, no one can destroy his loved one’s memory now. His loved one would continue to dwell in the hearts of all those who will read the sonnet.
(iii) Describe the meeting between the frog and the nightingale. (The Frog and the Nightingale) (2)
Answer:
The frog lived in Bingle bog. One day a nightingale came there. The frog introduced himself as the owner of the sumac tree and a great musician, a music critic and told her that he could train her how to sing.
(iv) “John Hallock was an excellent ghost story writer” Do you agree? (A Shady Plot) (2)
Answer:
I do not agree that John Hallock was an excellent ghost story writer. John Hallock never considered himself as a specialist as every time he needed some inspiration for the stories, an idea would come to his mind. Helen, a ghost, was helping him write such stories.
(v) What does Mrs. Jordan describe as a ‘fatal mistake’? What is the irony in the comment she makes on Mrs. Slater’s defense? (The Dear Departed) (2)
Answer:
Mrs. Jordan describes not calling another doctor when Dr. Pringle was out as a fatal mistake. The irony in the comment to Mrs. Slater’s reply is that she mentions that there are many cases of people remaining alive even after they were thought to be dead. Later on, in the drama, the grandfather is found to be alive.
(vi) Nishikanto’s offer stirred Patol Babu to the core. Comment. (Patol Babu : Film Star) (2)
Answer:
Nishikanto’s offer indeed stirred Patol Babu to the core. Nishikanto Ghosh, a neighbor of Patol Babu came to him to inform him that his brother-in-law was in search of an actor and that he had referred him for the role. This shocks Patol Babu as he had been an actor in his younger days and had almost given up acting. Now, he was going to get an opportunity to act again.
Question 10.
Answer ANY ONE of the following two questions in about 150 words. [8]
(A) Dedication and hard work are essential for success. Take inspiration from Patol Babu’s success and Mrs Packletide’s unwavering attempts to kill the tiger.
(Patol Babu, Film Star, and Mrs’Packletide’s Tiger)
OR
(B) Imagine you are Michael. Write a diary entry describing your spirit of fellow feeling with which you finally rescued Sebastian.
Answer:
(A) Dedication and hard work stand as timeless pillars of success, vividly depicted in the literary works of Patol Babu and Mrs. Packletide. In Patol Babu, we encounter a humble man with a passion for acting. Despite facing life’s challenges, his unwavering commitment to his craft leads to a moment of glory when he delivers a memorable line in a film, showcasing that dedication and persistence can transform dreams into reality.
On the other hand, Mrs. Packletide’s relentless pursuit of her goal – to kill a tiger – demonstrates a different kind of determination. While her motives may be questionable, her perseverance in attempting to achieve her ambition highlights the power of focused effort.
These two literary characters remind us that success is often the result of dedication, hard work, and the willingness to push beyond obstacles. Whether in the pursuit of a passion like Patol Babu or an ambitious goal like Mrs. Packletide, their stories inspire us to strive for our dreams with unwavering determination.
OR
(B) Dear Diary,
Today was a day that I will never forget. After many attempts, I finally succeeded in rescuing Sebastian Shultz from the virtual world. It was a difficult journey, but my compassion and empathy for Sebastian kept me going. I knew that he was in trouble and needed my help, and I couldn’t just sit back and do nothing.
I played game after game, trying to find a way to rescue him. Each time I failed, I felt more determined to try again. I knew that if I kept trying, eventually I would succeed. And finally, in the game ‘Warzone,’ I was able to save Sebastian.
It was an incredible feeling to know that I had helped someone in need. Even though Sebastian and I had never met in the real world, we were connected through the virtual world, and that connection was enough for me to feel a sense of responsibility towards him.
I am grateful for this experience and for the opportunity to make a difference in someone’s life.
Yours truly,
Michael